2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 247 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
