2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager 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 (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Dakota | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
