2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 97 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |