2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. 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 2007 Kia Cerato. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Cerato | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
