2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 27 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Dakota | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
