2002 Honda Acty vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 851 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Acty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Acty | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1691 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
