2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Intrepid | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
