2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3130 mm |
