1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 337 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato. 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 Kia Cerato. 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 (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
