2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 171 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 Freestar (336 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Freestar |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |