2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2009 Renault Twingo 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 107 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo.
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 Renault Twingo, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dakota | Twingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |