2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 791 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dakota | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
