2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 23 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3270 mm |