2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Jeep Compass

To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 242 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. 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 2013 Jeep Compass. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Dakota 2013 Jeep Compass
Make Dodge Jeep
Model Dakota Compass
Year Released 2009 2013
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 211 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 97 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1449 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4448 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1651 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 51 L


 

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