2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 938 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Avanti | Dodge |
| Model | Studebaker | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3340 mm |
