2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will 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 83 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Will 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 Toyota Will 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Toyota Will | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Will |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |