2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today 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 163 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Today |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 57 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |