2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 976 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Territory 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 Territory | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Territory |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
