2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Dakota and 2008 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen T5. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | T5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |