2007 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 2 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, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | MDX | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |