2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 656 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |