2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Maxima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 354 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |