2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
