2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 675 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. 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 Kia Rondo. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 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 | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
