2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |