2007 Ford Territory 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 Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2010 Dodge Dakota
Make Ford Dodge
Model Territory Dakota
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Crossover Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 3701 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 87.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 83 L


 

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