2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Dakota |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |