2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2009 Honda Accord 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |