2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |