2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey 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 67 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Journey. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Journey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |