2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Equinox | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |