2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Dodge Durango

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Dakota 2004 Dodge Durango
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Dakota Durango
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 236 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 91 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 102 L


 

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