2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 203 kg more than 2006 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Dakota | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |