2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 9 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 264 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Dakota | ATS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |