2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota 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 83 more horse power than 2010 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Scion xD. 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 2010 Scion xD. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Dodge | Scion |
| Model | Dakota | xD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
