2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 9 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |