2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO 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 166 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 617 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. 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 2013 Kia RIO. 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 (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | RIO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
