2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 127 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dakota | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |