2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | 5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |