2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
