2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Vector M12
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 326 kg more than 2001 Vector M12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Vector M12 | |
Make | Dodge | Vector |
Model | Dakota | M12 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |