2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka 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 76 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 614 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. 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 2002 Ford Ka. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Ford Ka | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Ka |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |