2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Smart Brabus. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Dakota | Brabus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
