2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 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 111 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 442 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |