2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica 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 20 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 522 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
