2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 53 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 793 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
