2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
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 Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 92 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 601 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
