2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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 (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
