1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Trans Sport | Dakota |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3340 mm |