2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 526 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Territory (380 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Territory 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 Territory | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Territory |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
