2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 136 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota. 2003 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Maxima | Dakota |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
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 | 261 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |