2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 299 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
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 | 211 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |