2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 4 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Dakota | Regal |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |