2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 673 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
