2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Jetta | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
