2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 38 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.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dakota | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |