2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Aveo | Dakota |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 3703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |