2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 550 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |