2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 GMC Jimmy. 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2560 mm |
