2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | E-350 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |