2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 93 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
