2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 621 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Canyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |