2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
