2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 90 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Dakota | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 167 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |