2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 31 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. 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 Toyota Venza. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Venza | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Venza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |