2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 126 kg more than 1994 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3030 mm |
