2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Dakota and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Dodge Dakota and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee are equipped with a 4,701 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (425 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Dakota | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 446 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |