2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan 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 120 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 905 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2210 mm |
