2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
