2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2850 mm |
