2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
