2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 4 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 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2604 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
