2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 869 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Maxx Cab |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3360 mm |
