2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 538 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
