2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 161 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dakota | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |