1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Panda |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |