2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dakota | Impala |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
