2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
