2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat 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 (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3010 mm |
