2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 437 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |