2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Mobilio 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 213 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 441 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. 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 Honda Mobilio. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Mobilio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |