2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 141 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
