2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
