2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 4 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 399 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Voyager | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
