2005 Chevrolet Aveo 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 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Aveo | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
