2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Malibu | Dakota |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 319 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |