2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | E-Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 150 L |