2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 828 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (509 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |
