2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan 350Z (359 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | 350Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |