2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Dakota and 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 186 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.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Dakota | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |