2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 5 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 197 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
