2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 506 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 TVR Tamora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Dakota | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
