2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 13 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
