2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 670 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dakota | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
