1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | FR-V |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |