2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 121 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 139 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |