1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Rondo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |