2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dakota | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
