2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy 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 (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 341 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
