2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 614 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
