2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 294 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Dakota |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |