2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Avanti | Dodge |
| Model | Studebaker | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3330 mm |
