2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Colorado | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |