2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Dakota and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 62 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Dakota 2008 Mazda 6
Make Dodge Mazda
Model Dakota 6
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 64 L


 

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