2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 461 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Vivant | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Vivant | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1769 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
