2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 372 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
