2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 481 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
