2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Hummer H2
To start off, 2005 Hummer H2 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hummer H2 (325 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1134 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, 2005 Hummer H2 (495 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Dakota | H2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 121 L |
