2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Dakota | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
