2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 411 kg more than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Dodge | Saab |
Model | Dakota | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |