2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
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 MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 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 13 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Toyota MR2. 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 MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
