2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 108 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Hilux |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |