2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander 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 61 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 515 kg more than 2002 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |