2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2850 mm |
