2010 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Dakota | Safari |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |