2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
