2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2900 mm |
