2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio 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 146 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 957 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
