2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup 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 128 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 196 kg more than 2000 Nissan Pickup. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2960 mm |
