2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Malibu | Dakota |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |