2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Ram 2009 Dodge Dakota
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Ram Dakota
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 87.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 83 L


 

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