2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius 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 192 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 446 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |