2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan SUT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan SUT 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 1999 Nissan SUT. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan SUT.
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 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | SUT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
