2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 587 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
