2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 592 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
