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 49 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 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 189 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. 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, 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 | 211 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
