2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Dakota | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
