2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 70 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Dakota | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
