2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Opirus 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Opirus weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Opirus. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
