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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
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 | 3687 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
