2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 78 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (225 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 529 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dakota | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
