2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |