2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 445 kg more than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Sentra | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
