2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 364 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |