2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
