2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 331 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Touran |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |