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Comparing Dodge Dakota Sport Mitsubishi Raider LS Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited
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Year 2008
Make Dodge
Model Dakota
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  Dodge Dakota Sport Mitsubishi Raider LS Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited
MSRP $25,135.00 $25,650.00 $27,490.00
Invoice Pricing $22,935.00 $24,096.84 $25,606.00
Destination $645.00 $695.00 $785.00
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  Dodge Dakota Sport Mitsubishi Raider LS Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited
Standard Engine 3.7L 210hp V6 3.7L 210hp V6 4L 210hp V6
Horsepower 210 @ 5200 RPM 210 @ 5200 RPM 210 @ 5100 RPM
Torque 235 @ 4000 RPM 235 @ 3600 RPM 254 @ 3700 RPM
Valves 2 2 2
Displacement (cc) 3701 3701 4009
Bore X Stroke (in.) 3.7 X 3.6 3.7 X 3.6 4 X 3.3
Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.7:1 9.7:1
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