2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 369 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Econoline |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3510 mm |