2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 146 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
