2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 72 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 306 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Dakota 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Dodge Kia
Model Dakota Sorento
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 2056 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L


 

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