2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dakota | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |