2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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 2009 Tata Nano. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Dakota | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 37 L |
