2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Dakota 2012 Ford Falcon
Make Dodge Ford
Model Dakota Falcon
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4967 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1868 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2838 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 68 L


 

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