2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Satellite 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 101 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3090 mm |
