2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Sportage | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |