2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 27 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
