2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Dakota | Patriot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 220 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 | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |