2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Dakota | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |
