2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dakota | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |