2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
