2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
