2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Dakota and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |