2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 89 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |