2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 326 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Blackhawk | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
