2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 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 39 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | G5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |
