2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Maxima | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
