2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
