2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Morgan 4. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Dakota | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
