2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1991 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 405 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 120 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 405. (90 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 405. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1991 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 405 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
