2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mondeo | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
