2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Guara | Dakota |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |