2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 595 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. 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 (320 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
