2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 982 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dakota | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
