2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 291 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | SsangYong | Dodge |
| Model | Korando | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
