2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
