2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 571 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
