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 (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 381 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Primera. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera 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 | 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 | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
