2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Dakota and 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 571 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 2007 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |