2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2004 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Cavalier | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |