2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 187 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Volvo V70 (330 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
