2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Dakota |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |