2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 534 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Dakota | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |
