2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Ford Royale
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Royale 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 101 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Royale |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2560 mm |
