2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 529 kg more than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |