1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 744 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
