1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 101 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
