2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 719 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |