2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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, both vehicles can yield 302 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
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 | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |