2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 166 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK II has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Dodge Dakota 1959 Jaguar MK II
Make Dodge Jaguar
Model Dakota MK II
Year Released 2009 1959
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 3781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 106 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2900 mm


 

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