2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 189 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 428 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
