2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 129 L |