2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lincoln Continental. 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 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Dakota | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
