2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 9-4X. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Dakota | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
