2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 124 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 F430 (466 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 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 F430 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Dakota | F430 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
