2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Mazda 6
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 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 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 47 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 279 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
