2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (291 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 469 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (317 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dakota | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
