2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | TrailBlazer | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1641 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |