2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dakota | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2340 mm |
