2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 76 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Supra. 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Supra 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 | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
