2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |