2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Sonata 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 71 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
