2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Shuma 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 (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 655 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
