2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2800 mm |
