2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Dakota | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
