2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Dakota | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
