2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 61 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Dodge | Acura |
Model | Dakota | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |