1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | Tribute |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 266 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |