2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Dakota and 2008 Opel Meriva 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 106 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dakota | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |