2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKX 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln MKX. 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 (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKX. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Dakota | MKX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4742 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |