2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 11 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 770 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Uplander | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
