2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 84 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dakota | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |