2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 438 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |