2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
