2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 710 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Dakota | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1820 mm |
