2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V 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 62 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 141 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
