2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 2009 Ford Focus. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |