2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL 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 83 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 562 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Dakota | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2619 mm |
