2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |