2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Dakota | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
