2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Dakota | Elantra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |