2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 166 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.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Routan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
