2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 604 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3490 mm |