2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1422 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. 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 2002 Ford Laser. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
