2000 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 231 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | Dakota |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |