2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 384 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3050 mm |