2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Scion xB
To start off, 2012 Scion xB is newer by 6 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 53 more horse power than 2012 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 377 kg more than 2012 Scion xB. 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 2012 Scion xB. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Scion xB | |
| Make | Dodge | Scion |
| Model | Dakota | xB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
