2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 452 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |