2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 214 kg more than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Ranger | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 83 L |