2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Arosa 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 87 more horse power than 2000 Seat Arosa. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 481 kg more than 2000 Seat Arosa. 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 2000 Seat Arosa. 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) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Dakota | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2850 mm |
