2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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 158 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 819 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2410 mm |
