2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 101 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |