2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 6 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1598 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 |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
