2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 3,685 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 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 577 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 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 Kangoo. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1461 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
