2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 299 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mondeo | Dakota |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |