2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 116 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dakota | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
