2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 2012 Ferrari FF has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari FF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | FF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1379 mm |
