2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 443 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |