2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3050 mm |
