2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus 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 167 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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 (446 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
