2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
