2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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 77 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Dakota | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |