2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 99 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
