2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
