2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus RX 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 12 more horse power than 2001 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dakota | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
