2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 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 28 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Terrain |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |