2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
In comparing the 2006 Dodge Dakota's and the 2006 Nissan Titan's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Dodge Dakota has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2006 Nissan Titan has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Dodge Dakota's and the 2006 Nissan Titan's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Dodge Dakota is a better car than the 2006 Nissan Titan.
2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Nissan Titan Pricing
A used 2006 Dodge Dakota ranges from $4,893 to $26,325 while a used 2006 Nissan Titan is priced between $5,735 to $13,996.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Dodge Dakota’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the 2006 Nissan Titan base engine makes 305 horsepower. The Dakota is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. The Titan is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles.This gives the 2006 Dodge Dakota the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2006 Nissan Titan the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 2006 Dodge Dakota and the 2006 Nissan Titan are available in Crew Cabor an Extended Cab configuration. The 2006 Dodge Dakota offers bed lengths of 64.9 and 78.8 inches, and the 2006 Nissan Titan offers bed lengths of 67.1 and 78.9 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 Nissan Titan 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:
4893 - 26325
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5735 - 13996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.358166
Dodge Dakota Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Titan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.856243 / 10
Reliability:
8.36873 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Dodge Dakota Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan Titan Rankings
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19 out of / 19Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
64.9 inches, 78.8 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2006 Dodge Dakota Trim Levels
Laramie, SLT, ST
2006 Nissan Titan Trim Levels
LE, LE FFV, SE, SE FFV, XE, XE FFV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 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:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7000 lbs
Max Payload:
1720 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
379 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9500 lbs
Max Payload:
1587 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
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:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 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:
55.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4286 lbs
Width:
74.3 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
218.8 inches
Wheelbase:
131.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4835 lbs
Width:
78.8 inches
Height:
75 inches
Length:
224.2 inches
Wheelbase:
139.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R17