2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 110 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Opel Vivaro. 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 Opel Vivaro. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Vivaro. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dakota | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |