2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
