2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Borrego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Borrego would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1247 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Borrego | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |