2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Lexus ES
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 426 kg more than 2000 Lexus ES.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus ES. 2000 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dakota | ES |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
