2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mustang. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
