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 5,967 cc (8 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 55 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 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 | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
