2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |
