2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3610 mm |
