2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Dakota and 2007 Dacia Sandero were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 124 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 659 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero. 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 2007 Dacia Sandero. 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 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Dodge | Dacia |
Model | Dakota | Sandero |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |