2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 496 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 GMC Yukon (481 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
