2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2850 mm |
