1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 755 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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Sierra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3650 mm |