2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice 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 74 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Joice |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 188 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |