2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Nissan Fusion
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Fusion 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 76 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Fusion. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Nissan Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan Fusion (372 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Nissan Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1835 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2960 mm |
