2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (290 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 155 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |