2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Capa 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 205 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 666 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa. 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 2001 Honda Capa. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Capa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
