2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Titan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 522 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 140 L |