2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. 2008 Buick LaCrosse 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 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LaCrosse | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
