1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 126 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Ranger |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |