2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina 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 105 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 742 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |