2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 534 kg more than 2010 Lancia Musa. 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 Lancia Musa. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Musa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |
