2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Dakota 2009 Dodge Charger
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Dakota Charger
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 6059 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 425 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 570 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 72 L


 

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