2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva 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 131 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 627 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Dakota | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
