2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Parati 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 120 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Parati |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2480 mm |