2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Prelude |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |