2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
