2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2011 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 912 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Dodge Charger 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 Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna, 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 Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Duna 2011 Dodge Charger
Make Fiat Dodge
Model Duna Charger
Year Released 2000 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 87 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1797 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 5077 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3053 mm


 

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