1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 52 kg more than 1998 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Dakota | Freelander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |