2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 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 104 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Xedos 6. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Xedos |
| Model | Dakota | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
