2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Dakota | X1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |