2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 81 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 406 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
