2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
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 Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |