2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 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 110 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | 626 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 392 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |