1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |