2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Honda S2000
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 S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda S2000. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
