2003 Chrysler Airflite 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 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 356 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Airflite | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
