2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 496 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6. 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 1993 Xedos 6. 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Xedos |
| Model | Dakota | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
