2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Dakota | Korando |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |