2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti G35 (257 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Infiniti G35.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Infiniti G35. 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, 2001 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 2001 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Dakota | G35 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
