2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 86 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.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 FPV BF GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
