2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 804 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Dakota | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3465 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
