2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dakota | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| 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 | 207 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
