2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
