2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dakota | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
