2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 577 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Pilot. 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
