2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 137 kg more than 2013 GMC Savana.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Savana. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |