2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 387 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. 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 2013 Mazda 3. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
