2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Mazda 6

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 571 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.

Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 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 2007 Mazda 6
Make Dodge Mazda
Model Dakota 6
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 68 L


 

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