2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic 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 110 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Trafic. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dakota | Trafic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |