2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 7 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | GTI |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |