2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 858 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Dakota | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3630 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 | 640 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 22.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |