2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 114 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 311 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
