2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dakota | Forenza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |