2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 6 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 68 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 231 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. 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 2012 Kia Carens. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
