2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 431 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Dodge | Mini |
Model | Dakota | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |