2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon 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 84 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon.

Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Dakota 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon
Make Dodge Suzuki
Model Dakota Sea Forenza Wagon
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 45 L


 

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