2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 369 kg more than 2000 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Dakota | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1899 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |