2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dakota | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
