2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Explorer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |