2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 406 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Territory (480 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Territory 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 Territory | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Territory |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
