2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Holden Captiva

To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva. 2009 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Dakota 2009 Holden Captiva
Make Dodge Holden
Model Dakota Captiva
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 3194 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.7 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 65 L


 

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