2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Prelude |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |