1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 724 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 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
