2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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 41 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 337 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 Flex. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Flex |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |