2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Almera 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 96 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Almera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
