2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |
