2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 4007. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 4007 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 43 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 4007.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 4007. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 4007 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 4007 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Peugeot 4007 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Dakota | 4007 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |