2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dakota | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |