2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. Both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2008 Dodge Dakota are equipped with a 4,701 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 652 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
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 Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |