2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 339 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 2008 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
