2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 808 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
