2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Aveo | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
