2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Dakota and 2005 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |