2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Dakota and 2006 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dakota | Ignis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 41 L |