2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (283 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Trans Sport | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |