2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 GMC Safari. 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |