2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti G20 would be higher. 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 162 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 446 kg more than 1994 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Infiniti G20. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Dakota | G20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2560 mm |
