2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Dakota | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 128 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |