2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
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 RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 409 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
