2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Oldsmobile Alero were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (170 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. 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 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dakota | Alero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
