2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Eagle Talon 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 (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Eagle Talon. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 327 kg more than 2002 Eagle Talon. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Dodge | Eagle |
| Model | Dakota | Talon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2520 mm |
