2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 135 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 807 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 119 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |