2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
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 Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Durango. 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, both vehicles can yield 319 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dakota | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |