2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 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 144 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 481 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
