2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Renault Fluence were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Fluence (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Fluence should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 Renault Fluence.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Fluence, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Fluence (366 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Fluence will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 2004 Renault Fluence 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 Renault Fluence will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
