2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 142 L |
