2011 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Ram |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
