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 |