2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 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 104 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 697 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Xedos |
| Model | Dakota | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
