2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 101 kg more than 2003 MG XPower.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 MG XPower | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Dakota | XPower |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2680 mm |
