2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |