1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 9 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota. 2007 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 10 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3670 mm |
