2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Marcia 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 68 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. 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 1999 Hyundai Marcia. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
