2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 542 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
