2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (325 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 437 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 GMC Sierra (502 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 325 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 502 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |