2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
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 Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 96 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
