2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jeep Compass. 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Dakota | Compass |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |