2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Maserati Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dakota | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |
