2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |
