2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2900 mm |