2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 559 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.
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 GMC Savana (455 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 455 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2353 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |