2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 2004 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dakota | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
