2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 536 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Dakota | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |