2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |
