2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 2008 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 114 L |