2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2850 mm |
