2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 6 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 236 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1964 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |