2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 756 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 395 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |