2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis. 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 2010 Kia Magentis. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
