2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 94 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
