2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
