2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 107 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dakota | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
