2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 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 69 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |