2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata

To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 633 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Dakota 2008 Hyundai Sonata
Make Dodge Hyundai
Model Dakota Sonata
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1058 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 67 L


 

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