2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKX 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, 2007 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Dakota | MKX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
