2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 102 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dakota | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
