2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 317 kg more than 1998 Nissan Stagea. 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 1998 Nissan Stagea. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Stagea |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |