2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe 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 151 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 961 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Dakota | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 33 L |
