2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 4 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | 612 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 105 L |
