2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |