2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 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 102 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
