2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Dakota | D8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2310 mm |
