Dodge Dakota

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The Dakota is a mid-size pickup truck from DaimlerChrysler's Dodge brand.

2005

The 2005 Dakota is redesigned and shares its platform with the new Dodge Durango SUV. This model is 3.7 in longer and 2.7 in wider, and features a new front and rear suspension, and rack-and-pinion steering. There are one V6 and two V8 engines available: The standard engine is a 3.7 L PowerTech V6 that produces 210 hp and 235 ft.lbf. Two 4.7 L V8s are available: a 230 hp/290 ft.lbf PowerTech, and a high-output 250+ hp/300+ ft.lbf version. The Dakota is built in Warren, Michigan.