2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 5 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 136 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
Model | Dakota | Vantage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |