2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion. 2010 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
