2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 2 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 10 more horse power than 2011 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 117 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX. 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 2011 Acura TSX. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Dakota | TSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 1691 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
