2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 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 67 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 877 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | B2300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |