2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Ford Maverick
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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 319 kg more than 2003 Ford Maverick. 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 (320 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
