2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 291 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dakota | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
