2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 473 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
