2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 428 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2005 Kia Carens 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. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |