2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Terrano | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
