2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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 (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Isuzu VehiCross | |
Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
Model | Dakota | VehiCross |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2340 mm |