2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 598 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Micra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 46 L |
