2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 412 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 377 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 2159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |