2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S90 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 34 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Volvo S90. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S90. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | S90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
