2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 2010 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | RAV4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |
