2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |