2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45. 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Dakota | 45 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |