2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lexus GS (460 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dakota | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
