2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 476 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota. 2012 Lexus LFA 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 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dakota | LFA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
