2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
