2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
