2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 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 81 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Vibe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 49 L |