2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 77 L |
