2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |