Dodge Dakota vs. Ram 1500
In comparing the Dodge Dakota to the Ram 1500, the Dodge Dakota has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Dakota versus the Ram 1500, the Ram 1500 is a better car than the Dodge Dakota.
Dodge Dakota vs. Ram 1500 Pricing
A used 2010 Dodge Dakota ranges from $7,982 to $16,999 while a used 2023 Ram 1500 is priced between $49,980 to $118,915.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Dakota’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the Ram 1500 base engine makes 305 horsepower. The Dakota is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. The 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 575 miles. The Dakota uses gasoline, and the 1500 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ram 1500 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Dodge Dakota has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the Dodge Dakota and the Ram 1500 are available in Crew Cabor an Extended Cab configuration. The Dodge Dakota offers bed lengths of 64.9 and 78.8 inches, and the Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 67.4 and 76.3 inches.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$7,982 - $16,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$47,675 - $83,594
Used Asking Price:
$49,980 - $118,915
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Dodge Dakota Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Dakota Rankings
Not yet available
Ram 1500 Rankings
Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available 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)
67.4 inches, 76.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Biodiesel, Gasoline
Dodge Dakota Trim Levels
Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star, ST, TRX
Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Big Horn, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, Lone Star, Rebel, Tradesman, TRX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 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):
Not yet available
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):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Max Payload:
1810 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7740 lbs
Max Payload:
2300 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 575 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
94.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
117.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4200 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
68 inches
Length:
218.5 inches
Wheelbase:
131.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4765 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
77.6 inches
Length:
228.9 inches
Wheelbase:
140.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
275/65R18
