2004 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 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 Chrysler Pacifica (340 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Pacifica | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |