2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Dakota | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 56 L |
