2006 Saab 9-7X vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saab 9-7X | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Saab | Dodge |
Model | 9-7X | Dakota |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |