2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 351 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Element |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |