2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Touran |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |