2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport 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 V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport 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 V8 GranSport | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dakota | V8 GranSport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 211 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
