2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (217 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
