2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
