2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dakota | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 52 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2040 mm |