2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Dakota | I |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
