2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
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 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
Make | Dodge | Saab |
Model | Dakota | 9-4X |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |