2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dakota | Compass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
