2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 758 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |