2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
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 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
