2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |