2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
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 Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara 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 (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 159 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. 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 Toyota Solara. 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 (319 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Solara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |