2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 721 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
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 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |