2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Dakota and 2005 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Terrano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |