2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 97 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Vibe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 3.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 49 L |