2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |