2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 GMC Envoy.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Envoy. 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |
