2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Navara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |