2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 842 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 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti QX56. 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Dakota | QX56 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 532 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1976 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |