2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 72 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |