2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 1 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Dakota | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |