2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 288 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 Dodge Charger (535 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Charger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 535 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |