2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia 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 (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |