2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
