2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn SC 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 110 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saturn SC. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Dakota | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
