1994 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Ford Ranger
When comparing the 1994 Dodge Dakota's and the 1994 Ford Ranger's specifications and ratings, the 1994 Dodge Dakota has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 1994 Ford Ranger has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1994 Dodge Dakota's and the 1994 Ford Ranger's specifications and ratings, the 1994 Dodge Dakota is a better car than the 1994 Ford Ranger.
1994 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Ford Ranger Pricing
A used 1994 Dodge Dakota ranges from $1,999 to $14,868 while a used 1994 Ford Ranger is priced between $2,743 to $10,753.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1994 Dodge Dakota’s base engine makes 99 horsepower, and the 1994 Ford Ranger base engine makes 100 horsepower. The Dakota is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 375 miles. The Ranger is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 384 miles.This gives the 1994 Dodge Dakota the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1994 Ford Ranger the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 1994 Dodge Dakota and the 1994 Ford Ranger are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1994 Ford Ranger has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1999 - 14868
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2743 - 10753
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.275033
Dodge Dakota Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Ranger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.343272 / 10
Reliability:
8.929815 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Dodge Dakota Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Ranger Rankings
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1 out of / 4Ranking
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1994 Dodge Dakota Trim Levels
Base, SLT, Sport, WS
1994 Ford Ranger Trim Levels
Splash, STX, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
1 years / 12000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
99 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.033 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2200 lbs
Max Payload:
1250 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
100 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
130 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 375 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 384 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2991 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
64.2 inches
Length:
195.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
69.4 inches
Height:
64 inches
Length:
184 inches
Wheelbase:
108 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available