2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 125 L |