2009 Kia Forte 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 Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Forte would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Forte | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Forte | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
