2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 674 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 500 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |