2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3520 mm |