2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia 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 72 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 735 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Potentia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 182 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |