1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1722 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 3282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 167 L |
