1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Palio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |