2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |