2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Honda S2000
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 S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 265 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | S2000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |