2005 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RSX. 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | RSX | Dakota |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |