2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 6 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C70. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dakota | C70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |