2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Sumo 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) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Dakota | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |