2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 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 50 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 106 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Dodge | Xedos |
Model | Dakota | 9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |