2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Daewoo Rexton
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 83 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Daewoo Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | Daewoo |
| Model | Dakota | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
