2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
