2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 747 kg more than 2001 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Dakota | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
