2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Dakota | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
