2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Peugeot 406 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
