2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend 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 101 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 21 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend. 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 1999 Honda Legend. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Honda Legend | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |