2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | HR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |