2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |