2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (303 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Lumina | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |