2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 970 kg more than 2003 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 196 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |