2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 81 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 406. 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 406 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
