2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Dakota | QX4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |