2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 971 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2420 mm |
