2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |