2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Renault Megane
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 Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane 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 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
