2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 2006 Ford Focus. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
