2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2009 Hyundai Matrix 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 (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 368 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. 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 Hyundai Matrix. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
