2010 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 656 kg more than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Dakota | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 86 L |