2002 Infiniti I 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 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 176 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. 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, 2002 Infiniti I (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti I | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
Model | I | Dakota |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |