2005 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 489 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
