2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 203 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LaCrosse | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
