2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 78 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |