2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Grand Voyager | Dakota |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |