2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CR-V 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) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 191 kg more than 1997 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |