2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Laguna. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dakota | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |