2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Nubira | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
