2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ 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 118 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 731 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Dodge | Scion |
| Model | Dakota | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
