2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 309 kg more than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Saturn Outlook (361 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Dakota | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
