2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Dakota and 2005 Nissan Micra 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 122 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Micra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 46 L |