2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 35 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
Model | Dakota | I-280 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2801 cc |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |