2009 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan 370Z (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan 370Z | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | 370Z | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |