2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 11 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | T5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3410 mm |