2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime 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 (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Renault Avantime. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Renault Avantime. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Avantime. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |
