2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Dakota | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |