2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 652 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
