2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (319 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Kia Optima | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Optima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |