2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Honda Life
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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life 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 163 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |