2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 97 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 319 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
