2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2790 mm |
