2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |