2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider 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 (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 757 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2350 mm |
