1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | CR-V |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1562 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |