1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
