2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 319 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2800 mm |
