2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |
