2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 3 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, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 814 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 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 2010 Ford Edge. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Edge |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |