2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Lexus GX
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Lexus GX.
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 Lexus GX (438 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dakota | GX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
