2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |