2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Voyager | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Voyager | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
