2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 327 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |