2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter 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 3,703 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 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
