2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
Model | Dakota | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3078 mm |