2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |