2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 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 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
