2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 608 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 144 L |
