2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
When we compare the 2004 Dodge Dakota's and the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado's specifications and ratings, the 2004 Dodge Dakota has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2004 Chevrolet Colorado has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2004 Dodge Dakota's and the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado's specifications and ratings, the 2004 Dodge Dakota is a better car than the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado Pricing
A used 2004 Dodge Dakota ranges from $3,937 to $19,160 while a used 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is priced between $4,499 to $12,975.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2004 Dodge Dakota’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado base engine makes 175 horsepower. The Dakota is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. The Colorado is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. This gives the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2004 Dodge Dakota. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 2004 Dodge Dakota and the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2004 Dodge Dakota offers bed lengths of 63.7 and 77.4 inches, and the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado offers bed lengths of 61.1 and 72.8 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2004 Chevrolet Colorado has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
3937 - 19160
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4499 - 12975
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.270859
Dodge Dakota Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Colorado Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.143971 / 10
Reliability:
8.331914 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Dodge Dakota Rankings
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Chevrolet Colorado Rankings
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5 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
63.7 inches, 77.4 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
61.1 inches, 72.8 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2004 Dodge Dakota Trim Levels
Base, SLT, SLT Plus, Sport, Sport Plus, SXT
2004 Chevrolet Colorado Trim Levels
Z71, Z71 LS, Z71 LS Base, Z85, Z85 LS, Z85 LS Base, ZQ8, ZQ8 LS, ZQ8 LS Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6600 lbs
Max Payload:
1290 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4000 lbs
Max Payload:
1733 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3714 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
196 inches
Wheelbase:
112 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3117 lbs
Width:
67.6 inches
Height:
64.9 inches
Length:
192.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/75R15