2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Dodge | Eagle |
| Model | Dakota | Talon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2480 mm |
