2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina 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 102 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 362 kg more than 2010 Nissan Livina. 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 Nissan Livina. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Livina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |
