2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Dakota and 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 150 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |