2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |