2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 72 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
