2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2009 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Dakota | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 296 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |