2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 9 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 151 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | Premacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |