2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus 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 82 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 925 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |