1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1998 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 807. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 807 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
