2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
