2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 200. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
