2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Dakota | GranSport |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |