2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
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, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dakota | XL7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |