2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 781 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Explorer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4007 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |