2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
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, both vehicles can yield 319 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |