2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 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 120 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 757 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
