2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 944 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 SSC Aero. 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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Dodge | SSC |
| Model | Dakota | Aero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1090 mm |
