2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 37 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Dakota | Orlando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |