2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (354 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 354 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |