2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
