2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | FR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |