2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Versa. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Versa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |