2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2010 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
