2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Saab 900 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 79 more horse power than 1997 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 326 kg more than 1997 Saab 900. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Dakota | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
