2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Hyundai H100

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Dakota and 2008 Hyundai H100 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 218 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Hyundai H100. 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 2008 Hyundai H100. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai H100 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai H100 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 2008 Hyundai H100
Make Dodge Hyundai
Model Dakota H100
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 2607 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 446 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 55 L


 

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