2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
