1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 239 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Dakota | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3701 cc |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |