2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 427 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. 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 2009 Kia Venga. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Kia Venga | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Venga |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1343 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |