2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Tata 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 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari 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 121 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 203 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Dakota | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 191 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |