2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 5 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 94 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | California |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
